Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 181,601 miles on the clock, averaging 9,752 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for BM56 PJM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,601 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 70 |
| Average per year | 9,752 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BM56 PJM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BM — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BM56 PJM
What car is BM56 PJM?
BM56 PJM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BM56 PJM?
The last recorded mileage for BM56 PJM was 181,601 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BM56 PJM passed its MOT?
BM56 PJM has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2024.
Is BM56 PJM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BM56 PJM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BM56 PJM?
BM56 PJM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.